Introduction to Animal Care Certificate Level 1

This course is for school leavers aged 16-18.If you’re interested in working with animals, this course is an ideal stepping stone towards achieving your ambition.

During this vocational course, you will:

• Complete a series of Animal Care assignments and learn about a wide range of animals that are housed in our dedicated centre.
• Learn how to organise yourself and develop a Personal Progression Plan.
• Develop your employability skills.
• Undertake volunteering or work experience.

How will I develop my English and Maths skills?

• If you already have a GCSE Grade 2 or 3 in English and Maths, or Level 1 Functional Skills, you’ll be supported to achieve a higher grade of 4 or above.
• If you’ve already achieved an entry-level Functional Skills qualification, you will progress to the next entry level or to Level 1 Functional Skills if you’ve already achieved Entry Level 3
• If you don’t have any English or Maths qualifications, you will be individually assessed and placed at the best level for you to succeed. You can also book into Study Plus if you need extra support.

Our entry requirements for Level 1 are:

Two GCSEs Grade 2 (E) including Maths or English
or
Entry 3 Maths and English Functional Skills

We can also consider successful completion of any Entry 3 or another Level 1 vocational qualification.
You will need to attend an informal interview. Please bring a recent school report and record of attendance.

This is a one-year, full-time course. You will be expected to attend college for three or four days a week.
During this course, you will be assessed in a variety of different ways to give you the best opportunity to demonstrate your skills throughout the year.

You could progress onto a Level 2 course, an apprenticeship or employment.

As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, it is likely you may need to pay for travel and stationery. 

Many courses offer learning opportunities that you may need to pay for. This may include things like study visits and visiting speakers. We will let you know in advance if there will be additional costs.

If you are on a limited income, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.